2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Frontier | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |